News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 10 October
to Saturday 16 October 2004
Motors face a tough life riding the rails
Technical Background Article Railway application AC induction motors are required to operate under difficult and demanding conditions, resulting in special demands - both mechanical and electrical.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (15 October 2004)
Cryogenic treatment benefits metals and plastics
Space race technology has come to Nottinghamshire: Cryogenic Treatment Services is using technology developed by NASA scientists to treat metals and other composite materials.
News from Cryogenic Treatment Services (15 October 2004)
Motors are optimised for machinery
Danfoss Bauer's three-phase BG Series helical geared motors are engineered to drive machines and equipment of all types.
News from Danfoss Drives (15 October 2004)
Automated electrode design on show
Delcam will show the latest developments in automated electrode design with its PS-Electrode software at an Agie-Charmilles Open House at the company's new Coventry premises on 19th-21st October. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (15 October 2004)
Remote monitoring system gains GPRS support
Dexdyne has further enhanced Netrix, its popular remote monitoring system, by adding GPRS support.
News from Dexdyne (15 October 2004)
Vibration analyser takes a new approach
Diagnostic Instruments describes the Di-440 as a new concept in vibration analysis instrumentation.
News from Diagnostic Instruments (15 October 2004)
Portal provides grid-powered CAD data translation
CADportal is a novgel enterprise job management software solution for automatically, checking, healing and translating 3D CAD data.
News from Elysium (15 October 2004)
Website adds value for customers
Visitors to Emka's new website can use all its facilities in pre-purchase search phase or for after-sales technical information, and can gain full access to every individual catalogue page. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (15 October 2004)
Manufacturing show returns to Thorpe Park
The Southern Manufacturing Show returns to Surrey's Thorpe Park on 16th and 17th February 2005.
News from European Trade and Exhibition Services (15 October 2004)
Zirondelli aims to penetrate US market
FCX Orton has appointed Davide Zirondelli as Vice President Sales and Marketing for North America and Mexico.
News from Truflo International (15 October 2004)
Award for integrated simulation package
Fluent has won a prestigious 2004 R and D 100 award for the novel integration of two best-in-class simulation software packages.
News from Fluent (15 October 2004)
Junction box simplifies multiple load cell setup
HBM has introduced a stainless steel version of its junction box for interconnecting up to four strain gauge load cells. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (15 October 2004)
Product development suite targets vertical markets
The latest release of the IX SPeeD Suite features industry solutions specialised to the needs of vertical disciplines that develop products for the electronics and electrical and consumer markets.
News from ImpactXoft Corp (15 October 2004)
Shortform simplifies conduit specification
Kopex International has published a new shortform product guide designed to assist in the specification of the right conduit for any application. Brochure Available
News from Kopex International (15 October 2004)
New features enhance motion control
Selected control systems from Oregon Micro Systems have been enhanced with four new features designed to increase the effectiveness of motion control applications.
News from Micromech (15 October 2004)
Handy size for intelligent servo drive
Available now from Motion Control Products, the Harmonica is billed as the smallest 1.2kW brushless servo drive in the world.
News from Motion Control Products (15 October 2004)
Data acquisition systems ride Universal Serial Bus
Measurement Computing Corp has published a new "USB-based DAQ" catalogue.
News from Measurement Computing (15 October 2004)
Bearings ordered for Chinese mill
The Morgoil Bearing Division of Morgan Construction Company has received a contract from China Erzhong, a mill builder located in Deyang, Sichuan Province, the People's Republic of China.
News from Morgan Construction Company (15 October 2004)
Thermosensor offers easy noncontact measurement
A novel infra-red thermosensor provides an accurate, highly stable and cost-effective way to measure the temperature of objects.
News from Omron Corp (15 October 2004)
No-stick, no-slip nylon lifts crane performance
User Application Article QEPP developed Nylatron 703 XL nylon to meet the increasing demands for precise motion control, safety and elimination of lubrication in the construction industry.
News from Quadrant EPP (15 October 2004)
Service adds reassurance to traction safety
Responding to structural and commercial changes in the UK and world traction industry, Rowe Hankins has launched a new concept in whole-life product support, Total Reassurance Engineering.
News from Rowe Hankins Components (15 October 2004)
Website features details of new moulding process
Spirex Corp has expanded its website to include extensive information about the new PowerPurge system.
News from Spirex Plasticating Systems and Solutions (15 October 2004)
Kasahara takes charge in Japan
Hajime Kasahara has been appointed General Manager in Japan for Spirex Corp.
News from Spirex Plasticating Systems and Solutions (15 October 2004)
New HQ for UPS manufacturer
As part of an ongoing expansion programme, Socomec Sicon UPS has moved its UK headquarters to customised premises at Cirencester Business Park in Gloucestershire.
News from Socomec Sicon UPS (15 October 2004)
Wireless sensor networks come to Sequoia
In a move to supply the new generation of smart wireless sensor networks, Sequoia Technology has signed a franchise agreement with Crossbow Technology.
News from Sequoia Technology (15 October 2004)
Panel PCs offer flexible computing
New panel PCs from Trident Microsystems deliver the scalability of flexible ETX technology, high integration for embedded applications, and short time to market through off the shelf modules.
News from Trident (15 October 2004)
New photoluminescent material glows for longer
Visionglow has developed a novel photoluminescent material that can charge in either artificial or natural light and glow for at least 12 hours.
News from Visionglow of North America (15 October 2004)
Transformers approved for Channel Tunnel Rail Link
Winder Electrical is celebrating after announcing that four of its transformers have passed some of the most stringent quality tests in the business.
News from Winder (15 October 2004)
Wet COF equal to or higher than dry COF
Functional thermoplastic elastomer compounds designed to improve wet-grip performance.
News from RTP Company (15 October 2004)
Stage shows designed with IBM PLM solutions
User Application Article IBM and CenitDesktop have announced that Stage Technologies is using IBM Product Lifecycle Management Solutions to design equipment to enhance the movement of scenery Brochure Available
News from Desktop Engineering (15 October 2004)
Flexibility is key to new couplings
New from Rino Industries is the EKM range of highly flexible miniature bellows couplings.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (15 October 2004)
New consultancy for industrial safety
A partnership between two long-time associates has resulted in the creation of a new dedicated safety consulting firm, Sotaris.
News from Sotaris (15 October 2004)
Fans and blowers approved for ATEX applications
Air Control Industries (ACI) of Chard, Somerset has acquired approval to the very latest stringent ATEX Directive. Brochure Available
News from Air Control Industries (14 October 2004)
M12 connectors tackle industrial tasks
The popular 763 range of Binder M12 connectors is now available in the UK from Aerco.
News from Aerco (14 October 2004)
Roller ball contacts make the switch
The T range of roller ball contacts can now be supplied with a choice of contact styles.
News from Active Switch and Sensor (14 October 2004)
Data recorder provides a triple treat
User Application Article Wolstenholme International has scored a hat-trick of benefits with the installation of an InformIT SM3000 multipoint recorder at its site in Darwen, Lancashire.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (14 October 2004)
Computer toughens up for vehicle mounting
The PPC-V106 is a rugged computer designed for applications in depots, warehouses, transportation, agriculture, manufacturing floors, docks, distribution centres, shipyards and lumberyards etc. Brochure Available
News from Advantech (UK) (14 October 2004)
Eurocard-based servo is versatile machine platform
A new single-Eurocard drive for brushless AC servomotors offers a compact and modular platform for building industrial motion control systems. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (14 October 2004)
IR camera technology aids the electronics industry
Cedip Infrared Systems has published a new technical paper describing recent advances in their IR camera technology for the electronics industry. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (14 October 2004)
Low cost ultrasonic sensors find new applications
A new range of low cost ultrasonic sensors is finding applications that, previously, could only have been solved with more expensive photoelectric sensors.
News from Contrinex UK (14 October 2004)
SMC coupling suits medical applications
Colder Products Company has developed a new SMC coupling for medical applications.
News from Colder Products (14 October 2004)
Magnetic filter reduces power station maintenance
User Application Article A stainless-steel Magnom module has improved system reliability in a Westinghouse managed nuclear power station in the Czech Republic.
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems (14 October 2004)
Compressed air unit offers higher flow rates
A new compressed air service unit offers exceptionally high flow rates of up to 22kl/min. Brochure Available
News from Festo (14 October 2004)
Upgrade for airflow design simulation software
The latest version of the Flovent airflow design simulation software offers substantial improvements in the areas of usability, CAD import and numerical stability. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (14 October 2004)
Lucite's Sellens takes Faraday chair
The Faraday Plastics and Polymer Partnership has appointed Rowena Sellens, Global Research Director of Lucite International, to succeed Professor Tony Ledwith as Chairman of the Faraday board.
News from Faraday Plastics (14 October 2004)
New addition to Faraday archive
The IEE has recently acquired a previously unknown letter written by Michael Faraday to his friend Benjamin Abbott, dated 16th May 1836. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (14 October 2004)
Alaskan pipe dream comes to fruition
A North East England based company has won a major order to provide its hydraulic equipment to the $250 million Alaskan Pipeline project with help from UK Trade and Investment. Brochure Available
News from UK Trade and Investment (14 October 2004)
Somerset company engineers success in Poland
Frome-based company Brewis Engineering is making inroads into Poland, winning GBP 10,000 of new business in the new EU accession state with help from UK Trade and Investment. Brochure Available
News from UK Trade and Investment (14 October 2004)
Evolution in stainless-steel fuel tanker design
User Application Article The introduction of new regulations governing vehicles for carrying petroleum spirits led Maidment Tanker Services to re-examine its welding operations.
News from Kemppi (UK) (14 October 2004)
Custom gaskets cover all requirements
When gasketting requires constantly changing contours, Leewood Elastomer has the ability to mould sponge silicone to customer design.
News from MTI Leewood (14 October 2004)
Worktables and subframes offer many options
Isel work/machine tables and subframes are suitable as worktops or configurable for precise and safe clamping of devices, clamping fixtures when measuring, machining, checking and testing.
News from Micromech (14 October 2004)
Mechanical calculation package expanded
Mitcalc has released the new modules for its mechanical calculations package.
News from Mitcalc (14 October 2004)
Free guide helps with new cable colours
UK electrical engineers and craftsmen could face serious problems if they are uncertain of the switch to European power cable colour regulations, which came in to force earlier this year.
News from 3M UK Electro-Telecom Division (14 October 2004)
HMI and PLC come together
The NSJ5 is an HMI combined with a powerful, fully featured PLC.
News from Omron Corp (14 October 2004)
Detector picks up single photons
The SPCM-AQ4C is a four-channel photon counting card capable of detecting single photons of light over the wavelength range from 400 to 1060nm. Brochure Available
News from Pacer International (14 October 2004)
Trouble ahead for ISO13849-1
Technical Background Article ISO13849-1, the new standard for safety related control of machinery, has received much criticism which has delayed its adoption.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (14 October 2004)
Linear actuator provides positional feedback
The Haydon Switch size 14 hybrid linear actuator is now available with a specifically designed encoder for applications that require feedback.
News from Servotechnic (14 October 2004)
Ultimate claims in engineering document management
Synergis Adept 5.2 is described as the manufacturing industry's most comprehensive engineering document management solution.
News from Synergis Software (14 October 2004)
Young scientists complete their studies
The first graduates of an innovative programme aimed at encouraging promising Teesside science students to pledge their futures to the region have successfully completed their studies.
News from TTE Technical Training Group (14 October 2004)
New approach to rail industry engineering
Responding to structural and commercial changes in the rail industry, safety systems specialist Rowe Hankins is launching a new concept in whole-life product support: Total Reassurance Engineering.
News from Rowe Hankins Components (14 October 2004)
Europe-wide action on work-related stress
Work-related stress is Europe's second biggest occupational health problem, accounting for more than half of all staff absenteeism, so the EASHW has initiated action.
News from European Agency For Safety And Health At Work (14 October 2004)
Replacement drive is well worth its salt
User Application Article ABB equipment installed for just GBP 20,000 is saving over GBP 100,000 a year at Salt Union's plant in Runcorn, Cheshire.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (13 October 2004)
Novel stepper is just what the doctor ordered
ACPandD has a new and improved mechatronic stepper drive from Sonceboz.
News from ACPandD (13 October 2004)
USB data acquisition unit goes OEM
Now available form Audon Electronics is a board-only OEM version of the popular USB based LabJack U12 USB data acquisition and control device.
News from Audon Electronics (13 October 2004)
Compression springs boast high performance
Olma is the distinctive name for a range of high performance compression springs from Associated Spring. Brochure Available
News from Associated Spring (13 October 2004)
Nondestructive testing confirms integrity
Brookhouse Holdings can now offer total, in-house nondestructive testing of both manufactured and repaired composite components and structures.
News from Brookhouse Holdings (13 October 2004)
Modem mounts the rails
The rugged Telemodem2 modem is ideal for remote industrial plant monitoring and is now available with DIN-rail fixings. Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology (13 October 2004)
Quality systems certified
Ellison Surface Technologies and Accelerated Technologies have received international quality system certifications including ISO9001:2000.
News from Ellison Group (13 October 2004)
Cabinet locks communicate over CANbus
The innovative Emka CANbus ELM cabinet locking and monitoring system has become even simpler with the introduction of the 3000 Programme 19 RMU. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (13 October 2004)
High structural integrity with minimum testing
The Engineering Integrity Society is holding a conference on "High structural integrity with minimum testing" at the Nettle Hill Training and Conference Centre on Thursday 18th November 2004.
News from Engineering Integrity Society (13 October 2004)
Analysers enable safe water recycling
User Application Article Optec F analysers have been selected by Valio Dairy as part of an eco-project to reduce purchased raw water use by 30% in first phase and 70% in the second phase.
News from Fullbrook Systems (13 October 2004)
Boiler numbers increase to support growth
User Application Article Recent investment by Laleham Healthcare has included the installation of two gas-fired Fulton J Series boilers plus ancillary equipment to raise steam for hot water and jacketed heating vessels.
News from Fulton Boiler Works (13 October 2004)
Upgraded performance for industrial LCDs
Global Display Solutions has a new range of industrial LCDs for use in numerous industries worldwide including transport, banking, process, kiosk and marine.
News from GDS (13 October 2004)
PLM takes boats from conception to retirement
User Application Article Seaway, the world's leading boating design, engineering and tooling company, has chosen IBM PLM solutions to standardise its PLM platform for managing boat projects from conception to retirement.
News from IBM Product Lifecycle Management Solutions (13 October 2004)
Sennheiser selects PLM solution
Sennheiser Electronic has selected an IBM Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Industry Solution for the electronics industry.
News from IBM Product Lifecycle Management Solutions (13 October 2004)
Mass comparators in balancing act
Mettler Toledo has a new range of mass comparators that complement its Excellence XP range of balances. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (13 October 2004)
Asian steel prices lower than expected
MEPS' forecasts for flat products in the period to September in Asia turned out to be lower than the actual figures recorded.
News from MEPS (International) (13 October 2004)
Hall takes the chair
Mike Hall, Sales Manager at SMV Presses (UK) in Coventry has been elected Chairman of the Metalforming Machinery Makers' Association for the next two years.
News from Metalforming Machinery Makers Association (13 October 2004)
New name for rubber products group
Mocap Custom Molding Group is the new name for the Mocap Rubber Products Group.
News from Mocap Custom Molding Group (13 October 2004)
Upgrade for general-purpose robots and controller
A new range of six-axis, all-electric, articulated-arm robots offers significant improvements over the mainstream Motoman UP-series.
News from Motoman Robotics (UK) (13 October 2004)
Bishop aims to strengthen sales
Polaron Components has a new Managing Director.
News from Polaron Controls (13 October 2004)
Novel polystyrene has high marketing impact
Premier Material Concepts has developed an extruded high-impact polystyrene for use in thermoforming innovative presentations.
News from Premier Material Concepts (13 October 2004)
All aboard for sailing sponsorship
Redditch-based Protex Fasteners is sponsoring two of the UK's best young sailors, Rick Peacock and David Evans, last year's junior world champions in the 29er skiff class.
News from Protex Fasteners (13 October 2004)
New data on signal conditioning products
Phoenix Electronics has published new data giving an overview of its latest ranges of signal conditioning products.
News from Phoenix Electronics Distribution (13 October 2004)
Novel compounds aid rapid injection moulding
User Application Article Rapid injection moulding specialist Protomold is frequently challenged with demanding property requirements for unique applications, and turns to custom compounder RTP Company for help.
News from RTP Company (13 October 2004)
Pack Profile interoperability demonstrated
The Sercos interface trade associations will exhibit a Pack Profile interoperability demo at Pack Expo 2004, from 7th to 11th November, in Chicago, Illinois.
News from Sercos North America (13 October 2004)
Flow meters gain US patent
Over the past 4 years Sensirion has developed a very powerful sensing technology for its liquid flow meters.
News from Sensirion (13 October 2004)
Compact camera offers best of both worlds
The Visible-InGaAs MiniCamera is billed as the world's smallest dual wavelength range camera that simultaneously images in the visible and short-wave infra-red spectrum.
News from Goodrich Optical and Space Systems (13 October 2004)
Optical link acts just like an electrical cable
Anyone who needs the performance of fibre-optic communications with the convenience of a standard electrical connection should check out the MR121 ZapFree encoder cable. Brochure Available
News from Sensor-Technik UK (13 October 2004)
THK invests in new UK facilities
THK has expanded its UK operation by moving to new purpose built headquarters in Milton Keynes.
News from THK UK (13 October 2004)
Small claims for linear motion guides
THK has launched what is believed to be among the world's smallest linear motion guides.
News from THK UK (13 October 2004)
Stepper drive saves space for multi-axis systems
The XLT series is a cost effective three-axis stepper drive housed in a single open-frame package.
News from Total Motion Systems (13 October 2004)
More options for glandless circulator range
Wilo has launched new versions of its proven TOP range of inline glandless circulators for use in a variety of building and industrial applications.
News from Wilo (UK) (13 October 2004)
Traceability show to focus on foodstuffs and RFID
Traceability 2005 will address two key international issues: the application of EU regulation 178/2002 in the agri-foodstuffs industry, and the advent of RFID technology.
News from Exposium (13 October 2004)
30 years of the Health and Safety at Work Act
The Health and Safety Commission has held an open meeting to coincide with the thirtieth anniversary of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act; it has also published a forward-looking booklet.
News from Health and Safety Executive (13 October 2004)
Workstations accelerate visualisation
SGI workstations running ART VPS's accelerated ray-tracing chipsets were demonstrated publicly for the first time last week at the SGI Technology Forum in Paris.
News from ARTVPS (12 October 2004)
System combines thermal and visual cameras
The ElectroPhysics EZ Therm thermography system boasts best in class image quality.
News from BFi Optilas (12 October 2004)
Green plant provides new pumps for old
BOC Edwards has opened a new European pump remanufacturing facility at Crawley, West Sussex.
News from Edwards (12 October 2004)
US schoolchildren win F1 challenge
School children from all over the world represented their country at the first ever International Final of the F1 in Schools Challenge, sponsored by BAE Systems.
News from BAE Systems (12 October 2004)
Short course focuses on engineering management
The University of Durham is accepting registrations for a week-long short industrial course on "Human resource issues and change management".
News from Centre for Industrial Automation and Manufacturing (12 October 2004)
Switch takes electronic approach to safety
The AMX5 CK is an all-electronic stand-alone safety switch which combines internal control with a locking device.
News from Comitronic (12 October 2004)
Gas detectors now available in Brazil
Gas detectors to combat potentially fatal leaks of ammonia have been introduced in Brazil by Sao Paulo-based distributor General Instruments. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (12 October 2004)
Nissan adopts digital manufacturing solutions
Nissan Motor Co has selected Delmia solutions, including V5 DPM Assembly, V5 DPM Body-In-White, V5 Robotics and Process Engineering.
News from Delmia (12 October 2004)
Twenty years of temperature measurement
This month Datapaq celebrates its 20th anniversary.
News from Datapaq (12 October 2004)
Purcell to develop North American network
Elfab, Europe's leading supplier of pressure-safety systems, has appointed Mike Purcell as its National Sales Manager for North America.
News from Elfab (12 October 2004)
More support for Italian market
Elfab has appointed Stefania Setzu as its new Customer Support Representative for Italy.
News from Elfab (12 October 2004)
Edwards looks north
Elfab has appointed David Edwards as its Territory Sales Manager for Northern England and Scotland.
News from Elfab (12 October 2004)
Lloyd provides multilingual support
Elfab has appointed Claire Lloyd as its Customer Support Representative for France and Spain.
News from Elfab (12 October 2004)
Platform extends sound and vibration testing
A combination of new hardware and software improvements has extended the performance and functionality of the Pulse 9.0 multi-analyser platform system for sound and vibration testing.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (12 October 2004)
Handheld gauge identifies alloys
A simple measurement using the Sigmascope SMP10 handheld gauge can identify a material's composition and the correct alloy mix. Brochure Available
News from Fischer Instrumentation (GB) (12 October 2004)
Digital pressure gauge now ATEX approved
The XP2i digital pressure gauge is now available in a fully ATEX-approved version.
News from Haven Automation (12 October 2004)
Airborne data acquisition system on the record
Featuring adaptable signal interfacing and interchangeable media cartridges, the D7000 is a highly flexible avionics data acquisition and recording platform in a very compact package.
News from Heim Data Systems (12 October 2004)
Price cut for welding purge monitor
The success of the new Mark V welding purge monitor from HFT (Huntingdon Fusion Techniques) has enabled the company to drop its list price to GBP 299. Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (12 October 2004)
Picasso takes charge
IHS Group has selected Charles A Picasso as the new President and CEO for the global firm, effective immediately.
News from IHS Engineering (12 October 2004)
Recorders slip in to compact applications
The best-selling SL and SK 4 range of recorders has been improved with a new enclosure 40% smaller than the old version.
News from Instruments Direct (Services) (12 October 2004)
Sensors aid low-pressure injection moulding
A new range of high-resolution sensors is ideal for mould cavity pressure measurement.
News from Kistler Instruments (12 October 2004)
Smart amplifiers optimise moulding operations
Experience shows that in 70% of injection moulding processes, the cycle time is 20% longer than necessary, reducing productivity of the entire process.
News from Kistler Instruments (12 October 2004)
Tiny pressure transducer aims for automotive uses
A new series of miniature pressure transducers is ideally suited for automotive applications where size and weight are at a premium.
News from Kulite Sensors (12 October 2004)
K and B Machine Tool Services signs up
K and B Machine Tool Services has joined the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA).
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association (12 October 2004)
Acquisition platform features reconfigurable I/O
CompactRIO is an ultra-high-performance embedded control and acquisition platform powered by reconfigurable I/O technology for advanced applications where small size and reliability are crucial. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (12 October 2004)
Software delivers custom motion control solutions
Machine builders and OEMs can now use the LabView graphical development environment to create customised motion controllers for any platform with NI SoftMotion technology. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (12 October 2004)
New software speeds sales process
The implementation of a sophisticated sales order processing system plays a key role in Northern Precision's high-level customer service standards.
News from Northern Precision (12 October 2004)
Modular design for machine vision cameras
The Accupixel range from Pulnix is a family of CameraLink cameras that benefit from an extremely modular design, allowing for easy exchange of camera models should the application require it. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (12 October 2004)
Townsend is new President
Michael Townsend is the new President of Polytec, the provider of precision laser-based measurement systems in North America.
News from Polytec (12 October 2004)
Inclinometers designed and made to order
R and B Manufacturing now has the capability to design and manufacture custom inclinometers for OEM applications.
News from R and B Manufacturing (12 October 2004)
I/O modules receive ATEX certification
Rockwell Automation has received marine and ATEX certifications on the majority of its Allen-Bradley Point I/O products.
News from Rockwell Automation (12 October 2004)
Proximity sensors have novel defence system
The DOL 25 series is an all-new series of capacitive proximity sensors based on a new microcomputer technology that ensures reliable detection in any environment.
News from Skov (12 October 2004)
Valve promises fine hydraulic control
The J02B2 is a poppet type flow restrictor valve with an integral reverse flow check valve.
News from Sterling Hydraulics (12 October 2004)
Scopes take more power into the field
The TPS2000 Series of DSOs is designed to improve the productivity of designers and technicians requiring a powerful, general-purpose oscilloscope in a compact, portable package. Brochure Available
News from Tektronix (12 October 2004)
Powerful addon for new scope family
The TPS2PBND Power Bundle is an industrial power option that complements the new TPS2000 Series of digital storage oscilloscopes (DSOs). Brochure Available
News from Tektronix (12 October 2004)
Scada system features open architecture
Monitor Pro V7.2 is a versatile and adaptable Scada solution for applications with between 64 and 100,000 data points.
News from Schneider Electric (12 October 2004)
SCARAs find fans in Finland
TM Robotics has agreed a new alliance with Finnish systems integrator Orfer. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) (12 October 2004)
Stabilisers ensure undistorted mains
Sales of EMS/E15 Series AC voltage stabilisers from Watford Control are rising rapidly, with over 200 sold since the introduction in 2003.
News from Watford Control Instruments (12 October 2004)
HSE launches new website and newsletter
The Health and Safety Executive is launching its Science and Research Outlook website and online newsletter.
News from Health and Safety Executive (12 October 2004)
New publication is packed full of purging
Pepperl+Fuchs is publishing its new Bebco EPS Purging Technology Review.
News from Pepperl+Fuchs USA (12 October 2004)
Reel keeps keys clipped close
Castell Iso-Lok has introduced a new self-retracting key reel which clips easily to any belt or pocket.
News from Castell Iso-Lok (11 October 2004)
Windows host controls serial devices via Ethernet
RP-COM(FIT) provides Windows hosts to control serial devices located virtually anywhere through a TCP/IP Ethernet connection.
News from Contec Microelectronics Europe (11 October 2004)
All the world's a stage - and it needs moving
User Application Article The Unidrive has become the motor drive of choice for companies responsible for the precision movement of theatrical and concert scenery and equipment such as Kinesys and Unusual Rigging. Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques (11 October 2004)
Process software gains alarming addon
PVSS II process control engineering software from ETM can now be delivered with a completely updated tool for remote alarming.
News from ETM Professional Control (11 October 2004)
Filter shows limitations of existing fluid system
User Application Article When Aarbakke attached a Magnom clear process unit to one of its EDM machines, it took only a couple of minutes before the company's engineers could see contaminant building up on the core.
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems (11 October 2004)
Novel filters improive steel mill reliability
User Application Article The revolutionary Magnom has been successfully harnessed in several applications in steel plants in the last few weeks, and in every case the technology has improved system reliability.
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems (11 October 2004)
Fastener helps keep airfreight costs in line
User Application Article A German air cargo container manufacturer reckons that the consistently maintained level of excellent customer service from its UK supplier of fastening systems has helped it regain lost business. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems (11 October 2004)
European distributor for alarm monitoring software
ICS has appointed a new distributor to cover Germany and the Netherlands.
News from ICS (Industrial Control Software) (11 October 2004)
LED units cut the cost of strobe inspection
The use of stroboscopes alongside electromagnetic or hydraulic vibration test shakers is nothing new.
News from M+P International (11 October 2004)
North American steel prices set for decline
MEPS has seen profit upgrades from many of the major North American steel mills in recent weeks as a result of the higher than expected prices obtained in the market.
News from MEPS (International) (11 October 2004)
Compact inverter comes at a great price
The Mininvert 270E is a new drive for three-phase asynchronous motors with powers up to 270W, combining the traditional Mini Motor quality with a great price.
News from Mini Motor (11 October 2004)
New series cuts per-channel acquisition costs
National Instruments has released a new generation of multifunction data acquisition products based on the newly designed NI-STC 2 system controller chip and NI-PGIA 2 amplifier technology. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (11 October 2004)
In-cylinder linear transducer handles the heat
Penny + Giles has launched a new range of contactless in-cylinder linear displacement transducers. Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (11 October 2004)
Patent granted for novel lift control system
The Pickerings Lifts Group has been granted a UK patent for a revolutionary new concept in lift control technology, Unilift Control.
News from Pickerings Lifts Europe (11 October 2004)
New battery plant to answer Chinese demand
Saft is to reinforce its international presence with the opening of a new plant in China, to meet increasing local demand. Brochure Available
News from Saft Batteries (11 October 2004)
Temperature tolerant pump tackles demanding duties
Designed for handling media at temperatures from -60 to +176C, the D Series magnetically coupled external gear pump is ideal for demanding liquid transfer applications.
News from Tuthill Pump Group (11 October 2004)
Software aids composite design for Airbus A400M
Vistagy has sold FiberSIM software and services to Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), based in Ankara, Turkey.
News from Vistagy (11 October 2004)
Tube clamps and actuators speed machine building
JW Winco offers a high quality line of metric tube clamp connector components and manually driven linear actuators, new to the US market.
News from Winco (11 October 2004)
Threadless fittings need no tools
Parker Hannifin has a new range of threadless, tool-free fittings for low-pressure applications. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (11 October 2004)
EHS helps Reiter meet ISO 14001 standard
User Application Article Consultants from EHS Projects have worked with Reiter Automotive (GB) to help the company achieve ISO 14001 certification, which had become a critical issue due to pressure from customers.
News from EHS Projects (11 October 2004)
ISO 14001 accreditation for London Securities
User Application Article EHS Projects has helped a fire manufacturing and service company become one of the first companies in the UK's fire protection industry to gain ISO 14001 accreditation.
News from EHS Projects (11 October 2004)
EHS Projects helps EEF develop integrated approach
User Application Article Businesses are set to benefit from a new approach to managing potential environmental, health and safety liabilities through new practices developed by the UK's EEF.
News from EHS Projects (11 October 2004)
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